Specialty Nights
- Discussion Nights November 17 & 30, 2021
- Pride Night November 19, 2021
- ASL Interpreted Performance December 10, 2021
EXTENDED
RENT
La Vie Boheme! The iconic rock musical’s pure rush of adrenaline, passion, energy and joy is boldly and immersively reimagined in Signature style for a triumphant reopening.
At the end of the millennium, a group of bohemians in the East Village of New York City struggle with gentrification, love, loss and legacies amidst the HIV/AIDS crisis. Through songs such as “Seasons of Love,” “One Song Glory,” “I’ll Cover You,” “Out Tonight” and more, they embrace hope, find strength and survive.
Winner of the Tony Award® and the Pulitzer Prize, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking phenomenon defined a generation as it redefined the American musical and has never been more essential in today’s world.
“The exhilarating, landmark rock opera…a glittering inventive score.”
– THE NEW YORK TIMES
Flip through the RENT program
Running time is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.
This show has depictions of drug/alcohol use, physical violence, illness/death, and sexual acts (no nudity), and theatrical haze. It is recommended for teens and adults.
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Upon reopening Signature will also require all audiences (including children) to wear a mask AND provide proof of vaccination or negative COVID test to attend all live public performances and events at indoor venues.
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Sponsored by:
Michelle S. Lee and STG International
With additional support from J. Max Barger & Gary L. Phillips
Lighting sponsored by an anonymous donor
Press Reviews
“This rockin’ Rent is so vivacious”
“A much-needed tonic for the soul”
“A perfect evening of theatre going”
“An electric, eclectic atmosphere”
“Wondrous return to live, in-person theatre”
Cast Members
Creative Team
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Book, Music & Lyrics by
Jonathan Larson
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Directed by
Matthew Gardiner
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Choreographed by
Rickey Tripp
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Music Directed by
Mark G. Meadows
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Scenic Design by
Paige Hathaway
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Costume Design by
Erik Teague
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Lighting Design by
Adam Honoré
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Sound Design by
Ryan Hickey
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Wig Design by
Anne Nesmith
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Resident Intimacy Choreographer & Consultant
Chelsea Pace
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Casting
Kelly Crandall d'Amboise & Jorge Acevedo
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New York Casting by
Stewart/Whitley
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Stage Manager
Kerry Epstein
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Assistant Stage Manager
Joey Blakely
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Assistant Director
Clancey Yovanovich
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Associate Music Director
Angie Benson
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Assistant Choreographer
Jenelle Figgins
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Assistant Intimacy Choreographer
Shaquan Pearson
The World of RENT
Click the link below to read more about Jonathan Larson’s life, his relationship with Stephen Sondheim, the history of the housing struggle in the Lower East Side, Matthew Gardiner’s director’s note, plus costume renderings, book recommendations, resources for help, and more.